(Hons) Zoology University of Lincoln

Overview

The (Hons) Zoology at the University of Lincoln provides an in-depth exploration of how animals function, evolve, and interact with their surrounding environments. This degree integrates essential disciplines such as anatomy, ecology, and behaviour to foster a holistic understanding of biological diversity. Students are encouraged to develop critical scientific skills while investigating the complex challenges facing animal populations in a rapidly changing world.

Why (Hons) Zoology at the University of Lincoln?

The University of Lincoln is ranked 3rd in the UK for this subject area according to the Guardian University Guide 2025. Students benefit from being taught by research-active staff who are experts in vertebrate and invertebrate biology. The curriculum is highly practical, offering a residential field trip within the UK and the chance to participate in an optional overseas field course to locations such as South Africa, Ecuador, or Italy. Furthermore, students can enhance their employability by choosing an optional professional placement year or a study abroad period between their second and third years.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18300 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to build foundational knowledge before moving into specialist areas of animal science. Modules may include:

Year 1

• Comparative Anatomy and Physiology of Animals
• Ecology
• Animal Behaviour and Welfare
• Life Sciences
• Plant Structure and Function
• Research Methods for the Life Sciences

Year 2

• Data Skills for the Life Sciences
• Evolution
• Invertebrate and Vertebrate Zoology
• Reproduction and Development

Year 3

• Behavioural Ecology
• Global Change Biology
• Life Sciences Research Project
• Palaeobiology

Careers with (Hons) Zoology

Graduates from the University of Lincoln are well-prepared for a variety of professional pathways within the biological sciences. Common career destinations include roles in environmental consultancy, conservation organisations, and teaching. Some graduates pursue specialised positions in science journalism or enter the research sector. The programme also provides a strong foundation for further academic study at the postgraduate level. Notable alumni have secured roles at prestigious organisations, including editorial positions at New Scientist.